Magnets and Magnetic Assemblies

Magnets are objects which produce an invisible magnetic field which has the properties of attraction of ferromagnetic materials. These materials include iron and repulsion of other magnets at the same pole. An example of a magnet is a Horseshoe Magnet which is in the shape of a horseshoe to bring the poles closer together, creating a stronger magnetic force. When a magnet is incorporated with a non-magnetic material a magnetic assembly is formed. The non-magnetic material of the assembly usually houses the magnetic alloy and features can be incorporated to the material to enable it to be mounted to machinery. It also acts as a buffer, protecting the magnet from mechanical stress and can increase the strength of the magnetic alloy.